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CEO Ariel Levy Changing the Game Through Social Media

In an industry that has been booming the past few years, the social media industry, Ariel Levy has created a path for himself through his sports agency business. Levy, 19, CEO of Forever Young Management, is one of the youngest sports managers. Levy started his work at a young age by working with sports managers and athletes. One day that all changed when he wanted to try and pursue a career for himself.

Being a 19-year-old sports manager, representing athletes that are grown adults isn’t easy. There are many challenges when trying to grab a client’s attention while being so young. Many of these athletes see a 19-year-old trying to have them as a client and they just laugh it off. Levy says, “They basically have no interest in working with someone that is 17 or 18. I’ve had that many times where that would happen and the summer would go by and all of a sudden they aren’t landing a deal. At the end of the day, they are coming back to me, sending emails and calls over and over again.”

These challenges haven’t bothered Levy as he has been one of the best upcoming sports managers. Over the years, he has gotten the opportunity to learn and improve his agency while handling the challenges respectfully. “At the end of the day if a player wants to play for you, they will”, Ariel says. Levy has successfully expanded his brand to overseas basketball players, NFL, and NBA players such as Michael Beasley, Michael Hunter, Jeremiah Martin, Russell Gage to name a few. This is only the beginning for Ariel, expect him to dominate the sports agency world in years to come.

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Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 makes a stand for afrobeat against corruption on latest release Na Dem feat. Tom Morello.

Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 deliver a powerful afrobeat statement with “Na Dem,” Featuring Tom Morello and produced by Femi Koleoso. The track has been a fan favourite even before its official release, and comes with the unmistakable spirit of protest, truth-telling, and social accountability that have long characterized Afrobeat’s most impactful moments.

The song’s heart is a direct challenge to corruption and the abuse of power. Instead of singling out one profession or institution for its critique, “Na Dem” identifies a larger culture of dishonesty, targeting bad lawyers, bad doctors, bad politicians, and anyone who would sell their integrity for personal gain. The message is sharp and uncompromising and delivered with the urgency that has become a hallmark of Seun Kuti’s artistry.

The inclusion of Tom Morello adds another level of intensity to the record. His presence adds to the song’s rebellious energy, creating a powerful intersection between the rhythmic activism of Afrobeat and the confrontational edge of rock. The result of the collaboration is a track that is both timeless and of the moment.

The song’s dedication to principle is what rings true. The moral center of the record is Seun’s statement that he would never prostitute his conscience for money. It turns “Na Dem” from a critique into a declaration of personal values, responsibility, and resistance.

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Marsha Bartenetti reinvents in her own style “New York Minute”

Marsha Bartenetti’s latest release, “New York Minute,” written by Don Henley, Danny Kortchmar, and Jai Winding, offers emotional depth, turning a timeless look at life’s fragility into a reflective, cinematic journey. Stephan Oberhoff’s arrangement perfectly frames Bartenetti’s voice, and Kevin Bate’s expressive cello adds a warm resonance that makes the track feel like a movie.

The way each instrument sounds makes it feel planned, which lets the listener stay in the fleeting moments the song so beautifully describes. Bartenetti’s singing is the best part of the song. She shows an openness that feels real, as if she has lost something and still fully embraces love and presence with complete honesty. Her choice of words and small changes in tone make the lyrics feel even closer.

“New York Minute,” is a new version that pays tribute to the original while showcasing Bartenetti’s own style. The movie-like instruments and heartfelt vocals make the song feel both personal and universal. It makes us think about how hard it is to let go and hold on.

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